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brooklynrulz
in Garden 12 years and 11 months ago
Sidewalk alert: bricks and granite stones
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/504f35d1d54bf-.jpg Before throwing away these nice old bricks and granite stones, I thought I would see if anyone could use them. Either would make a…
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brooklynrulz
in Garden 12 years and 11 months ago
Sidewalk alert: bricks and granite stones
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/504f35d1d54bf-.jpg Before throwing away these nice old bricks and granite stones, I thought I would see if anyone could use them. Either would make a…
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slopette
in Bath & Kitchen 12 years and 11 months ago
Kitchen/bath restoration rather than renovation?
Hi folks, I’m close to making an offer on a coop that still has its original deco tiling in the bath and 30s solid wood…
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pepvjnwizosknsq
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
cost of staircase rebuild and other queries from a first time buyer
We have an accepted offer on a brownstone that has a lot of little repairs and a few bigger ones. I’m wondering if anyone can…
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peterinbrooklyn
in Doors 12 years and 11 months ago
Need help with installing pocket door locks
I bought reproduction hardward for 3 sets of pocket doors on my parlor floor. I tried having them installed, but I’ve run into a problem.…
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elgato
in Insurance 12 years and 11 months ago
Above Ground Oil Tank Inspection
My insurance broker called me and said that my insurance company wants my above ground oil tank to be inspected for leaks. Is this normal…
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carlyfreedom
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
ISO somebody to identify source of leak
We have a leak around the windows in one of our rooms. We have had many roofers come to try to fix the leak and…
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odyssey
in Flooring 12 years and 11 months ago
Help on floor finish needed quickly!!!!
I am in the process of refinishing my wood parquet floors in my living room and den due to a flood. Part of the living…
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jp1234
in Zoning 14 years and 2 months ago
3 Family to 4
Hi, My wife and I are looking at buying a brownstone in a historic zone that is officially a 3 family. However, previous owners (maybe…
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Johanna
in Doors 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for Pocket Doors.
I’m in need of a pair of original pocket doors for a project. Each door should be close to 90″ X 34″. I’m looking for a…
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Johanna
in Doors 12 years and 11 months ago
Looking for Pocket Doors.
I’m in need of a pair of original pocket doors for a project. Each door should be close to 90″ X 34″. I’m looking for a…
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elgato
in Insurance 12 years and 11 months ago
Above Ground Oil Tank Inspection
My insurance broker called me and said that my insurance company wants my above ground oil tank to be inspected for leaks. Is this normal…
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mmardiney
in Flooring 12 years and 11 months ago
Floor Refinisher
I am looking for a good person/company to refinish as oak floor in a rental unit. Any recommendations appreciated! Thanks! Megan
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evelyntullycosta
in Facade and Brownstone Repair 12 years and 11 months ago
Does anyone know who can repair/restore my 1920's
Our 1920’s Mission style craftsman house comes complete with a Spanish style “tin” tile bay window roof that needs serious repairs/restoration/replacement. The W.F. Norman company…
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sobrooklyn
in Real Estate - General 12 years and 11 months ago
Re-financing
Hello–I bought my home in Summer 2010. I am thinking about re-financing. Anyway I can do this and avoid paying closing costs? Is there ever…
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mozambrooklyn
in Brownstoner Renovation 12 years and 11 months ago
My old fireplace has a metal liner, chimney filled with sand?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/504bbfdb05365-.jpg Hello, I searched the forums but didn’t find anything similar to my issue. I have an older home in Bed Stuy, and the…
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anonymous
in Architectural Salvage 12 years and 11 months ago
wooden door knobs?
http://cdn.brownstoner.com/504d3eaf39420-.jpg Anybody know where I can get these locally? Does anyone have experience with old knobs on new locksets?
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58dad
in Construction 12 years and 11 months ago
I want to build a home from scratch - am I crazy?
I have read several posts about the pitfalls and the cost of building a new home in Brooklyn. I have seen cost ranges from $200…
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